Chapter 17 - Judge Grants Temporary Sole Custody And Freezes Corporate Access
Judge Henderson slammed his wooden gavel down with a sharp, echoing crack that silenced the entire courtroom instantly. "The court has reviewed the horrific medical reports, video surveillance evidence, and financial fraud indictments," the judge announced sternly.
"Therefore, temporary sole legal and physical custody of minor child Liam Vance is awarded exclusively to Claire Vance." A wave of immense relief washed over my chest as I let out a long, trembling breath of pure gratitude.
"Furthermore, all marital assets, corporate shares, and trust properties are granted to Mrs. Vance under emergency equitable distribution," Judge Henderson continued. "As for the criminal indictments, defendants Jeffrey Vance and Noelle Bennett are denied bond due to flight risk."
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Sharks guards stepped forward, slipping heavy chains around Jeffrey and Noelle's wrists before leading them through the holding doors. They had tried to destroy my son and steal my life, but the scales of justice had finally tipped in our favor.
Richard Sterling shook my hand firmly across the table, offering a warm, congratulatory smile. "You won every single objective, Claire; your son is safe, and their empire is completely dismantled," Richard noted.
